Agua de Fresa (Mexican Strawberry Water)

Agua de Fresa (Mexican Strawberry Water)

Agua frescas are a popular traditional drink in Mexico and this agua de fresa, strawberry agua fresca, is lightly sweet and fruity as well as perfectly refreshing. It’s just what you need on a warm day.

Ingredients

• 1 cup strawberries
• 1 cup water
• 1 Tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp lime juice

Instructions

• Remove the stems from the strawberries and halve or roughly chop the fruit.
• Place the strawberries, water, sugar and lime juice in a blender and blend until well combined and smooth. Adjust the amount of sugar and water to desired taste and consistency. 
• If you prefer, strain the mixture (or not as you prefer).
• Chill the drink until needed or serve immediately. In both cases, best served over ice.